Name: Low fat Steamed Oatmeal Date Pudding
Ingredients: 1 cup finely chopped dates; 1 cup regular oats (slow cooking); 1/2 cup molasses (or other liquid sweetener); 1/4 cup skim milk; 1/8 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 2 teaspoon lemon juice; 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

Low fat Steamed Oatmeal Date Pudding

Ingredients

1 cup finely chopped dates
1 cup regular oats (slow cooking)
1/2 cup molasses (or other liquid sweetener)
1/4 cup skim milk
1/8 cup water
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

Mix all ingredients together and place into 2-quart mold or baking dish. Steam for three hours. Serve with a fruit sauce or topped with raisins. Hint: Steam on top of the stove if you have a steamer, or steam in the oven by pouring batter into a well-sealed container and placing in a pan of water. Be sure to check periodically and make sure that there is water in the pan. Makes 6 servings.